Cameron Yeerald Magazine Section January 1949
The Cameron Yeerald magazine section from January 1949 presents local interest features and notes from the Cameron community. It includes brief items, society notices, and period advertisements reflective of the era.
First Big Oil Gusher at Spindletop Field Opens Texas Oil Boom
The first Southwest oil gusher roared to life at Spindletop Field near Beaumont Texas in January 1901 drilled by Captain A F Lucas. The well blew in at 1160 feet with an estimated flow of 36000 barrels per day.
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A. F. Lucas
Spindletop Field
Beaumont
Texas
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